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Gaetano Cottafavi
The Pantheon in Rome: A 19th Century Etching by Cottafavi

1837

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This is a 19th century architectural etching of the Pantheon in Rome entitled "Panteon di Agrippa detta La Rotonda", plate 9 from "Raccolta delle principali vedute di Roma e suoi contorni" by Gaetano Cottafavi (1828-1864), published in 1837. It depicts the Pantheon and the fountain in front of the building before the removal of the bell towers, which occurred in 1883. The print is presented in a grey double mat with a dark inner mat, suitable for framing. The mat measures 16" high by 19.5" wide. There is a small smudge in the inscription area on the right. The print is otherwise in very good condition. This etching is held by museums and institutions, including: The Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco, The Harvard Art Museums and The Stanford Libraries.
  • Creator:
    Gaetano Cottafavi (1828 - 1864)
  • Creation Year:
    1837
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 16 in (40.64 cm)Width: 19.5 in (49.53 cm)
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  • Gallery Location:
    Alamo, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: #3531stDibs: LU117325526402

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